Division 2 West leaders The Plough have been receiving specialist treatment as they attempt to earn a second successive promotion.

Boss Wayne Woods had been plagued by a long-standing knee injury and enlisted the help of biomechanics coach Joe Sidey.

The results were so beneficial that Woods has now encouraged his squad to use the treatment as well, which Sidey started on Friday with striker Lee Aberdein and another team-mate.

Sidey said: “I watched The Plough play a few weeks ago against Purley at Wayne’s invitation. They are a team of talented and enthusiastic footballers with an impressive unbeaten record and a great manager.

“I assessed the first two players on Friday afternoon, both suffering from recurring or persistent pains in the back, leg and shoulder, which have prevented them from playing for several weeks.

“I observed significant biomechanical issues on both players. Potentially, once these issues are sorted, both players could be back playing better than before.”

Unfortunately for The Plough their game against Pangbourne was called off on Sunday, but they return to action next weekend against Barton Rovers Reserves.

Sidey provides biomechanics coaching to gym members at The Sports Centre, Basingstoke and is also part of The Holistic Therapy team operating from The Fitness Experts studio at Viables, Basingstoke,

For more information about biomechanics coaching or to arrange an assessment contact Sidey on 01189 701 269 or 07760 558 749